Hayward Navigator Pro Not Moving or Cleaning? Troubleshooting Guide (W3925ADC)
A Hayward Navigator Pro that stops moving is usually a suction problem, not a broken cleaner. Here is how to check flow, hoses, and worn parts on the W3925ADC before...
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Pool Pump Leaking or Losing Suction? When a Wet End Kit Beats a New Pump (AppaeTech 777009)
Most pool pumps fail on the water side, not the motor side. Here is how to tell if your wet end is worn out, and when the AppaeTech 777009 wet...
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Hayward TCELL925 vs. TCELL940: Which Extended Life TurboCell Do You Need?
The Hayward TCELL925 and TCELL940 are Extended Life TurboCell salt cells rated for different pool sizes. Here is how to pick the right one, confirm it fits your salt system,...
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Hayward TriStar VS 900 vs. TriStar VS 950: Which Pump Should You Buy? (SP32900VSP vs SP32950VSP)
The Hayward SP32900VSP and SP32950VSP look almost identical but differ in horsepower and price. Here is a plain comparison so you can pick the right TriStar VS pump for your...
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Pentair Rainbow 320 Chlorinator Leaking or Not Feeding Tablets? How to Fix It (R171096)
A leaking Pentair Rainbow 320 chlorinator is usually the lid o-ring, and no chlorine output is usually a closed knob or a plugged port. Here is how to find the...
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Pressure-Side Pool Cleaner Slow or Not Moving? How to Troubleshoot a Hayward W36060 Booster Pump
If your pressure-side cleaner crawls, stalls, or sits still, the booster pump is usually the first thing to check. Here is how to test a Hayward W36060 1 HP booster...
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How Often Should You Change the Sand in a Pentair Tagelus Sand Filter? (Model 145240)
Most pools need the sand in a Pentair Tagelus TA100D changed every 3 to 5 years. Here is how to tell when your model 145240 is due, what the job...
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Hayward Salt System Stuck on No Flow? How to Test and Replace the GLX-FLO-25 Flow Switch
If your Hayward AquaRite or ProLogic keeps showing No Flow even though water is clearly moving, the GLX-FLO-25 flow switch is the most likely culprit. Here is how to test...
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Pentair IntelliBrite 5G Cord Length Guide: 50 Ft or 100 Ft? (601001 vs 601002)
The Pentair 601001 and 601002 are the same IntelliBrite 5G color LED pool light with one difference, the cord. Here is how to measure your run and pick the right...
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IntelliBrite 5G Cord Length: Do You Need the 50 ft or 100 ft Model? (601001 vs 601002)
The Pentair 601001 and 601002 are the same IntelliBrite 5G color LED pool light with one difference: a 50 ft cord versus a 100 ft cord. Here is how to...
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How Often Should You Backwash a Pentair Tagelus Sand Filter? (Model TA100D 145240)
Backwash your Pentair Tagelus TA100D sand filter (model 145240) when the pressure gauge climbs 8 to 10 psi over its clean reading. Here is the full routine, plus what to...
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Hayward TriStar VS 900 vs. TriStar VS 950: Which Pump Do You Need? (SP32900VSPX1 vs SP32950VSPX1)
Comparing the Hayward TriStar VS 900 (SP32900VSPX1) and TriStar VS 950 (SP32950VSPX1)? Here is what actually separates them, and how to pick the right size for your pool.
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How to Change the Sand in a Pentair Tagelus TA100D Sand Filter (Model 145240)
Cloudy water and short backwash cycles usually mean the sand in your Pentair Tagelus TA100D is worn out. Here is how often to change it, what sand to buy, and...
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Pool Light Cord Too Short? How to Pick the Right Length (Pentair MicroBrite 620425 vs 620426)
The Pentair MicroBrite 620425 and 620426 are the same light with different cord lengths. Here is how to measure your cord run so you buy the right one the first...
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Sand Coming Back Into Your Pool? How to Troubleshoot a Pentair Tagelus Sand Filter (TA100D)
Finding sand on your pool floor usually means something broke inside your sand filter. Here is how to diagnose a Pentair Tagelus TA100D, fix a cracked lateral, and know when...
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How Often Should You Change the Sand in a Pentair Tagelus Filter? (TA100D, Model 145240)
Sand filters like the Pentair Tagelus TA100D can run for years on the same sand, but not forever. Here is how to know when it is time to change it,...
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